ALI RAZA
Mechanical Engineer
Al Khobar
Summary
To leverage my technical proficiency and leadership capabilities in a dynamic engineering role that fosters operational excellence, project efficiency, and asset reliability. Committed to contributing to organizational success while pursuing continuous professional development within a forward-focused and innovative company.
Mechanical Engineer with over 12 years of progressive experience in executing EPC projects, plant maintenance, and turnaround operations within the power generation, oil & gas, and petrochemical industries. Demonstrated expertise in the maintenance and operation of rotating and static equipment, including turbines, boilers, compressors, and valves. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing high-stakes shutdowns, and ensuring strict adherence to HSE protocols, quality standards, and client requirements. Strong competencies in technical supervision, project planning, and stakeholder coordination across complex industrial environments in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
PICS ARABIA for Measurement Company
11.2023 - Current
- I have been serving as a Project In-Charge at PICS Arabia, overseeing the execution of multidisciplinary field service and turnaround projects across key clients in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and power sectors.
- My responsibilities include project planning, resource coordination, technical supervision, client interfacing, and ensuring safety and quality compliance throughout project lifecycles.
- Major Projects and Achievements.
- Petro Rabigh Oil Refinery (PRC): Rabigh replacement and verification of thermocouples in furnaces and reactors (with collaboration from WIKA LLC and GAYESCO).
- SADARA Chemical Company, Jubail. Turnaround 2025: TDI Calibration of Pressure Transmitters, Temperature Elements, and Valves. Stroke test of control valves inside domes.
- TASNEE – Jubail Turn Around 2024 Replacement of control valves and PSVs.
- Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) is troubleshooting and maintaining rotating equipment across multiple power plants (PP09, Hail PP, Juba PP, and PP10). This includes maintenance and alignment of fans and blowers, overhauling, maintenance, and commissioning of fuel oil separators, overhauling of fuel oil pumps, general valve maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating and static equipment.
- Provided technical support during installation of new equipment, ensuring proper setup for optimal functionality.
Mechanical Engineer
Bilfinger Babcock Borsig Service Arabia
09.2016 - 10.2023
- A highly skilled mechanical engineer with over seven years of progressive experience at Babcock Borsig Service Arabia, contributing to the successful execution of EPC projects, planned shutdowns, and turnaround operations across critical thermal power and desalination facilities in Saudi Arabia.
- Specialized in the inspection, overhaul, and commissioning of gas turbines, steam turbines, high-pressure boilers, and associated rotating and static equipment.
- Demonstrated expertise in handling complex maintenance scopes, with a strong focus on safety compliance, quality assurance, and timely project delivery.
- Played a key role in troubleshooting major mechanical systems, ensuring high availability and performance of utility and power generation assets.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams during high-pressure turnaround scenarios, while maintaining operational excellence and client satisfaction.
- Major Projects and Achievements
- Shuqaiq Steam Power Plant – Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) conducted inspection and testing of 4×720 MW steam turbines and 4×2500 TPH Hyundai boilers at a 2880 MW capacity facility.
- Shoaiba Power Plant – SEC executed turbine and boiler inspections at one of the power plants, with a generation capacity of 5,600 MW.
- Marafiq (MASA) – Jubail EPC replacement of 32 sluice gates for power and water utility systems, including mechanical dismantling, installation, and functional testing.
- SWCC Ras Al Khair Plant EPC execution of the scraper trap (receiver and launcher) system for a 2,650 MW power and 1 million m³/day desalination plant.
- Berri Gas Field – Jubail EPC scope covering the supply and installation of instrument air compressors, chillers, and dryers for upstream gas operations.
- Marafiq – Jubail and Yanbu executed the retubing of MSF brine heaters and evaporators, and the installation of an automatic ball tube cleaning system. Installation and commissioning of air compressors and drying units at 825 MW power and 800,000 m³/day desalination capacity sites.
Mechanical Assistant Engineer
Albario Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (AEPL)
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Served as Assistant Mechanical Engineer at the 425–525 MW Nandipur Combined Cycle Power Plant, featuring three GE Frame 9E gas turbines, and one 190 MW steam turbine.
- Supervised and executed critical maintenance activities, including Hot Gas Path Inspections (HGPI), Combustion Inspections (CI), and Major Overhauls (MI) of GE Frame 9E gas turbines.
- Led the replacement, overhaul, and alignment of major turbine components, such as transition pieces, flow dividers, fuel nozzles, flow sleeves, compressor blades, labyrinth seals, and bearings.
- Conducted a detailed inspection and testing of the inlet and exhaust guide vanes, ensuring mechanical integrity and optimal turbine performance.
- Oversaw the maintenance of key auxiliary systems, including gas and fuel modules, acoustic enclosures, exhaust stacks, water injection systems, and bearing lifting oil pumps.
- Performed commissioning activities and developed a thorough understanding of O&M procedures, including the review and interpretation of P&ID drawings and technical documentation.
- Carried out maintenance and alignment of turbine auxiliary systems, such as main lube oil pumps, fuel oil pumps, and hydraulic units, to ensure continuous and reliable operation.
- Executed the overhauling and maintenance of HRSG soot blowers and auxiliary equipment, including centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, across GTG, STG, and auxiliary steam boiler areas.
- Led the maintenance of heavy fuel oil treatment systems, including the overhaul of Westfalia HFO separators at the Fuel Oil Treatment Plant (FOTP) area.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and plant operational KPIs, while supporting plant reliability and availability through effective mechanical supervision.
Mechanical Supervisor
Descon Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Worked on the 586 MW UCH Combined Cycle Power Plant (3 × GE Frame MS9001E Gas Turbines, and 1 × Steam Turbine).
- Supervised mechanical maintenance and overhaul of critical rotating equipment.
- Led a major overhaul of condensate pumps: dismantling, bearing/bushing replacements, shaft and coupling renewal, gland packing, and precision alignment.
- Performed combustion and hot gas path inspections on GE Frame 9001E gas turbines; replaced the main fuel oil pump and torque converter.
- Maintained turbine flow dividers to ensure performance reliability.
- Executed cooling tower maintenance, including gearbox-motor alignment and fan blade angle adjustments.
Mechanical Technician
OGDCL
05.2013 - 10.2013
- Actively contributed as a Mechanical Technician (Millwright) during the installation and commissioning of the Sale Gas Compressor Package (model number). V2910).
- Worked in collaboration with Jerry Company (China) on the installation of a Caterpillar 3512 engine-driven, single-stage, double-acting reciprocating compressor, ensuring precise mechanical alignment and compliance with engineering specifications.
- Performed critical tasks, including foundation preparation, skid mounting, coupling alignment, piping connections, and auxiliary equipment integration, under strict quality and HSE standards.
- Supported system pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning activities, functional performance testing, and troubleshooting to facilitate a smooth startup and operational readiness of the compressor unit.
- Ensured all mechanical works met project timelines, client requirements, and OEM guidelines, contributing to the successful mechanical completion and handover.
Mill Wright
OGDCL
08.2012 - 09.2012
- Maintenance of Multistage Vertical Centrifugal Pump: Performed comprehensive inspection and replacement of pump bearings and bushings.
- Inspected head shaft, bottom shaft, and shaft line coupling for wear and alignment.
- Replaced gland packing to restore sealing integrity.
- Conducted impeller wear ring clearance checks and adjusted as per OEM standards.
- Refilled lubrication oil reservoir to specified levels.
- Executed precise alignment and coupling of pump with electric motor using dial gauge and laser alignment tools.
- Overhaul of PD Multistage Single-Acting Compressor (Manufacturer: AJAX) Carried out complete dismantling and replacement of the crankshaft.
- Inspected and replaced piston rings; examined piston condition and clearances.
- Performed detailed inspection of cylinder liners for scoring and ovality.
- Overhauled crosshead assemblies, including shoes and guide surfaces.
- Replaced piston rod packing and ensured proper sealing and alignment.
- Cleaned and serviced suction and discharge valves; reassembled with calibrated torque.
- Adjusted piston clearances at TDC (Top Dead Center) and BDC (Bottom Dead Center) to maintain optimal compression efficiency.
Education
Diploma of Associate Engineering (D.A.E.) - Mechanical
Govt College of Technology Sahiwal
Sahiwal Pakistan 04.2001 -
Millwright Training Certificate - Mechanical Engineering
Descon Technical Training Institute
Lahore05-2014
IOSH Managing Safely -
OSHA
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Manager - undefined
Skills
Rotating Equipment
undefinedSafety
Demonstrated strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) excellence across all phases of EPC and plant maintenance projects., Proactively participated in risk assessment processes including HAZID, HAZOP, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint., Skilled in using Microsoft Outlook and other email platforms., Experienced with SAP for maintenance planning, work order processing, materials management, and reporting.
Mobile
+966530789934, +923058687488
Personal Information
Nationality: Pakistan
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
PICS ARABIA for Measurement Company
11.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
Bilfinger Babcock Borsig Service Arabia
09.2016 - 10.2023
Mechanical Assistant Engineer
Albario Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (AEPL)
10.2015 - 09.2016
Mechanical Supervisor
Descon Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
10.2013 - 08.2015
Mechanical Technician
OGDCL
05.2013 - 10.2013
Mill Wright
OGDCL
08.2012 - 09.2012
Diploma of Associate Engineering (D.A.E.) - Mechanical
Govt College of Technology Sahiwal
04.2001 -
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Manager - undefined
Millwright Training Certificate - Mechanical Engineering
Descon Technical Training Institute
IOSH Managing Safely -
OSHA
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